by admin @ OIFSC

Mon Apr 25 13:16:43 PDT 2016

Instructors from the OIFSC spent 3 days in London Ontario supporting the Ontario Construction Secretariat’s annual Future Building. “Future Building is an interactive three-day exhibition that provides young career seekers with the opportunity to experience hands-on activities in all areas of the construction sector. In addition, the exhibition will showcase partnerships of labour and management […]

by @ How to of the Day

Wed Mar 21 09:00:00 PDT 2018

Whether you want to grow flowers, trees, or vegetables, plants can add natural beauty to your yard. However, planting and growing plants may not seem so simple if your yard doesn’t have rich soil. Fortunately, there are several things you can do throughout the planting process to ensure that your plants thrive, including amending the soil with compost, planting the root ball properly, and/or choosing to plant specific plants that thrive in your particular soil type.

by @ How to of the Day

Thu Mar 22 17:00:00 PDT 2018

Learning how to break boards with your bare hands can be done right at home. Start by conditioning your hands to get them ready for striking, and make sure your board is set up properly and safely. By having confidence in your ability to break the board and following some simple strategies, you'll soon master the martial arts stunt of board-breaking.

by troutlakegroup @ Trout Lake Group

Sun Feb 19 16:49:33 PST 2017

We are beginning our 2016 personal tax return preparation season tomorrow. Although we very much enjoy assisting our clients with the preparation of their personal tax returns, we work long hours at this time of year to do our best to sure everyone’s personal tax return is accurate and filed on time. If we were […]

by troutlakegroup @ Trout Lake Group

Tue Sep 06 15:54:45 PDT 2016

Over the past year a few of our clients have called to say they have received either a threatening telephone call from a person claiming to work for the Canada Revenue Agency who was demanding payment for a tax debt or an email from the Canada Revenue Agency requesting their banking information to facilitate the deposit of their tax refund. […]

by EI Expert @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Fri Feb 02 08:08:52 PST 2018

Every beginning of the year, Service Canada will issue your previous calendar year’s T4E for your EI benefits paid up to December 31st (Cut-off date). This slip must be filed with your income tax return for that tax year. The T4E indicates the gross amount of benefits paid, the income tax deducted and the amount...

by @ How to of the Day

Tue Mar 20 17:00:00 PDT 2018

Putting an image onto a glass object—such as a glass, mason jar, mirror, or window—is a way to personalize and decorate your living space. You can transfer any type of image that has been printed from a laser printer, or that you find in a book or magazine. To transfer an image onto glass, fix adhesive packing tape to the image you’d like to transfer. Soak the image and tape in warm water, then remove the paper and stick the image onto a glass object. Alternately, you can use a gel transfer medium to move the image directly on to a glass surface.

by @ How to of the Day

Tue Mar 27 09:00:00 PDT 2018

Finding 8-legged friends in your house can be unsettling, especially if you aren’t a fan of living around insects. You can keep spiders from burrowing and spinning webs in your home by applying natural remedies like vinegar and essential oils. Maintaining a clean, well sealed home can also prevent spiders from taking up residence in your space. With the right approach, you can keep spiders out of your home easily and effectively.

by @ How to of the Day

Fri Mar 23 01:00:00 PDT 2018

If you have been a smoker for a while, you may experience nicotine withdrawal symptoms—intense cravings, headaches, anger, trouble sleeping, and even anxiety or depression—when you attempt to quit. These undesirable side effects of quitting may tempt you to pick the habit back up. But, if you seek support, come up with a plan to deal with triggers, and practice good self-care, the symptoms will eventually subside. Hold out and give it time— you'll get through withdrawal and be smoke-free sooner than you think!

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Thu Feb 01 13:19:14 PST 2018

Can I travel within or outside Canada while on EI? Yes you can! Unlike many rumors out there that says you are not allowed to go on vacation, you are permitted to do so as long as you declare in your EI report that you are “away” or “not available to look for work”. By...

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Sun Mar 25 14:14:52 PDT 2018

Due to 2018 Easter weekend, Federal Government Employment Insurance office will be closed on Friday March 30th and Monday April 2nd, 2018. Payment will be issue on Tuesday April 5th, 2018. All EI claimants (regular or special) may experience a delay of one or two business days in receiving their Employment Insurance cheques or direct...

by @ How to of the Day

Tue Mar 27 01:00:00 PDT 2018

Dogs who’ve suffered abuse may be withdrawn, depressed, inactive, and distrustful. While not all fearful and shy dogs have been abused, abuse can make the dog hesitant and nervous around humans. While it takes time to help a pup overcome its past, abused dogs can become loving pets if the right person comes into their life. If you’ve rescued an abused dog, then you’ll likely want to train it. Before you can train your dog, you need to take care of the dog’s health and safety so that it can learn to trust you. Then you will be able to housebreak your dog, teach it basic commands, and help it overcome its past.

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Wed Feb 07 19:31:41 PST 2018

EI payment is issued out every 2 weeks after you have completed your online EI report. In the situation where you are ask to complete a manual report, you will only get your payment after the paper report is received and processed at EI processing office. Keep in mind that EI will only pay out...

by troutlakegroup @ Trout Lake Group

Mon Jan 02 12:35:48 PST 2017

The Government of Canada provides analysis and detailed information on economic indicators using the most recent data from Statistics Canada on the website, www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/sis-sic.nsf/eng/home. This website can help small to medium sized businesses understand the dynamics of their industries. Users can focus on a single industry over time or compare one industry against another. Data […]

by @ How to of the Day

Mon Mar 19 09:00:00 PDT 2018

When you’re living in a tiny house, efficiency apartment, or other compact abode, you’ll need to make the most of each nook and cranny to ensure you have enough room for everything. Thankfully, there are plenty of tricks you can use to maximize your space without compromising on style.

by admin @ OIFSC

Sat Mar 28 10:01:13 PDT 2015

IHSA has been approved as a Training Provider for the Working at Heights Fall Prevention Course. This course now meets the requirements of the Working at Heights Training Standard released by the Prevention Office of the Ontario Ministry of Labour. Anyone who completed a Working at Heights course prior to March 16 will have to take the final approved version before April 1, 2017.

by deplume @ OWJN

Thu May 18 13:16:00 PDT 2017

According to Canada’s immigration law, a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident can sponsor a spouse, common-law partner or conjugal partner, or dependent children, to become a permanent resident. This article provides general information and guidance if you are separating from a sponsor or want to leave an abusive sponsor. Contents: What is Sponsorship? […]

by EI Expert @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Sun Jan 28 12:28:42 PST 2018

When the company’s business isn’t going well, employer may sometimes negotiate with employees an separation plan in order to keep company business going. The exit plan is called Workforce Reduction Program. Employer must be able to demonstrate that they have spoken to the employees who voluntarily wish to quit their work in order to help...

by @ How to of the Day

Sun Mar 25 09:00:00 PDT 2018

Handwriting analysis is both an art and a science. Whether you want to compare handwriting samples for fun or for legal or forensic purposes, you’ll need a sharp eye. The first step is to obtain samples, which typically include a sample in question and several documents you know someone actually wrote. Examine each document individually, and look for formal, formatting, and stylistic quirks. Determine if samples share any of these subtle characteristics, and form a conclusion about the documents’ authorship based on your findings.

by @ CTV News - Calgary

Mon Mar 26 20:53:18 PDT 2018

A 45-year-old father of four recently passed away in the Foothills Medical Centre from complications of a rare disease that his family says was not diagnosed during a visit to the Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre.

by troutlakegroup @ Trout Lake Group

Tue Nov 01 16:35:41 PDT 2016

Vancity business and personal account holders will experience significant service disruptions beginning 5pm on November 9, 2016 and continuing until mid-day on November 14, 2016. It appears that you will not be able to: – use online, mobile or telephone banking services, – do any in branch transactions including sending or receiving wire transfers, – […]

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by Silmy Abdullah @ OWJN

Mon Jun 05 11:05:32 PDT 2017

Child support is money that a parent pays to financially support their child after separation or divorce. This article talks about the rules around child support under Ontario Family Law. Contents: Introduction to child support How to get child support How long must a parent pay child support? How does the Court decide the amount […]

by Silmy Abdullah @ OWJN

Mon Jun 05 14:00:56 PDT 2017

Spousal support is money that one spouse/partner pays to the other one after they separate or divorce. This article discusses the law on spousal support in Ontario. Contents What is spousal support? Who can ask for spousal support? Why do courts award spousal support? When do courts award spousal support? What do courts consider when […]

by @ How to of the Day

Sun Mar 25 17:00:00 PDT 2018

If you want to find military records, there are several ways in which you can do so. Keep in mind that limited military records are available to the public, so specific veteran records will only be released to the veteran or their next of kin.

by troutlakegroup @ Trout Lake Group

Sat Oct 15 18:58:57 PDT 2016

2016 Federal budget announced measures to reduce a Canadian controlled private corporation’s accessibility to the small business limit by restricting multiplication of the small business limit. The announcement introduced the term specified corporate income (SCI) – defined as income earned through the provision of services or property to another corporation where there is common ownership. […]

by troutlakegroup @ employment insurance (EI) – Trout Lake Group

Fri Oct 31 11:59:18 PDT 2014

In September 2014 Ottawa announced an Employment Insurance (EI) tax credit for employers. Currently employees pay EI rates of $1.88 per $100 of earnings (up to a maximum of $913.68 for 2014). Employers pay the employee rate multiplied by 1.4. For the 2015 and 2016 calendar years employers, who pay $15,000 or less in employer EI contributions […]

by Silmy Abdullah @ OWJN

Fri Jul 21 12:45:42 PDT 2017

Sexual harassment is against the law. This articles discusses how the law in Ontario protects you against sexual harassment in the workplace. Contents What is sexual harassment?. How does the law protect me from sexual harassment in the workplace?. The Ontario Human Rights Code: The Occupational Health and Safety Act What can I do if […]

by @ How to of the Day

Sat Mar 24 17:00:00 PDT 2018

This wikiHow teaches you how to share a Dropbox folder with another person via email. Sharing a Dropbox folder with another person will allow them to view and edit the folder's contents from their own Dropbox account. You can share Dropbox files with people on both the Dropbox website and the Dropbox mobile app.

by troutlakegroup @ Trout Lake Group

Fri Mar 03 16:46:01 PST 2017

As the Income Tax Act is ever evolving here are the top five changes you should be aware of: Sale of Principle Residence – new – Individuals who have sold their home on or after January 1, 2016 and claim the principle residence exemption because it was their primary residence for all of the years […]

by @ How to of the Day

Mon Mar 26 01:00:00 PDT 2018

It’s always fun to have an event to look forward to, but it can be hard to stay patient when you have to wait for something you’re excited about. The more you focus on the future event, the more you want it to happen right away. Fortunately, if you keep a busy schedule, try new things, and focus on the present, time will go by before you know it.

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Thu Feb 01 09:14:30 PST 2018

When you are on regular EI, you may collect up to 4 weeks of sickness benefits without having to convert your claim from regular to sickness benefits. However, you must insure you have doctor’s note to cover those weeks that you are unavailable to look for work because Service Canada may send you a letter...

by @ How to of the Day

Sat Mar 24 01:00:00 PDT 2018

Cleaning high windows can be tricky, especially if they are above a sloped area or in a hard to reach spot. High windows also tend to get very dirty, especially if they have not been wiped or washed in awhile. Though you can hire a professional to wash high windows, doing them yourself can save you money and give you the satisfaction of maintaining them on your own. By using an extendable pole on a day that is not too sunny or hot, you can have clean, streak-free windows in no time.

by Silmy Abdullah @ OWJN

Mon Dec 18 07:17:24 PST 2017

Domestic workers and caregivers are more vulnerable to abuse because of the isolated nature of their work, lack of permanent immigration status, and dependence on employers and partners for immigration status, financial and employment support. This article gives information about the process for changing jobs as a caregiver, whether you live with the employer or not. […]

by @ How to of the Day

Wed Mar 21 01:00:00 PDT 2018

This wikiHow teaches you how to change your Skype display name, which is the name people see when you appear in their contacts. You can change your Skype display name on the Skype website and on the mobile version of Skype, but you cannot change your Skype display name in the Skype program for Windows and Mac computers. You also can't change your Skype username without creating a new account.

by @ How to of the Day

Fri Mar 23 17:00:00 PDT 2018

Fights between siblings are inevitable, even if they can be frustrating. If you and your sibling want to stop fighting, there are a few strategies you can try before, during, and after a fight. You may be family, but with a little effort, you can get along like friends!

by admin @ OIFSC

Wed May 25 10:07:06 PDT 2016

Instructors from the OIFSC led a crew from the IM Lawrence project in installing some mirrors into a dance studio/gym. The IM Lawrence project is a mixed income housing project aimed at revitalizing an area near Wilson and Bathurst. More information can be found on their website here. The OIFSC represented the IUPAT by donating materials […]

by @ How to of the Day

Mon Mar 19 17:00:00 PDT 2018

If your knee is red, swollen, sore, or warm to the touch, it is inflamed. Inflammation in the knee can be caused by a lot of different conditions, such as arthritis, tendinitis, bursitis, or an injury to the muscles or tendons around the knee. Once the knee is injured, inflammation begins as the knee starts to heal itself. Treating minor inflammation in the knee can usually be done at home with some general care and lifestyle changes. However, if you have ongoing or intense inflammation, you should seek out medical care.

by troutlakegroup @ employment insurance (EI) – Trout Lake Group

Tue Sep 11 15:47:02 PDT 2012

Beginning in January 2011, self-employed Canadians will be able to access Employment Insurance (EI) special benefits. There are four types of EI special benefits: maternity benefits; parental benefits; sickness benefits; and compassionate care benefits. Eligibility information You may be eligible to access EI special benefits beginning in January 2011 if you: are a self-employed person; and […]

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by troutlakegroup @ employment insurance (EI) – Trout Lake Group

Fri Sep 21 11:48:20 PDT 2012

Money Sense published an article on self-employed maternity leave, taking advantage of the new legislation allowing self-employed people to register for EI. As this article points out, it would be wise to carefully map out what benefits you may or may not clam vs the contribution amounts. For example, if you do not plan on […]

by @ How to of the Day

Mon Mar 26 17:00:00 PDT 2018

Whether you’ve got a busted odometer or you’d just rather not have to do a lot of mental gymnastics to calculate your annual mileage for work-related tax deductions, there are a couple simple ways to find out how many miles you’re averaging. Downloading a mileage tracker app for your smartphone can take all the guesswork out of adding up your drive time by automatically ticking off the miles while you’re on the road. If you only make the occasional business trip, consider simply plotting out your route and recording the estimated distance in advance.

by @ How to of the Day

Sun Mar 25 01:00:00 PDT 2018

Mortuary makeup artists apply makeup to the deceased for public viewings. This line of work is also known as “desairology.” To begin a career in mortuary makeup, you’ll need to attend Mortuary Science School or Cosmetology school. Since you must either be a licensed mortician or cosmetologist to work with dead bodies, you’ll then need to apply for and pass your state’s licensing exam. Start finding jobs by offering your services at local funeral homes and salons. At the end of the day, this job can be unusual and difficult, but it can also incredibly rewarding to bring some peace to a grieving family.

by troutlakegroup @ employment insurance (EI) – Trout Lake Group

Fri Sep 21 11:30:37 PDT 2012

The best place to find information regarding EI (employment insurance benefits) is on the Service Canada website. Some key points from their website include the following: Am I eligible for EI regular benefits? You may be entitled to receive EI regular benefits if you: have paid premiums into the EI Account; lost your employment through […]

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - June 28, 2011) - As a result of the Restoring Mail Delivery for Canadians Act having received Royal Assent, postal operations resumed at 8:30 p.m. EDT, June 27, 2011. This means that regular mail delivery begins on June 28, 2011. Employment Insurance (EI) recipients who receive their...

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Thu Feb 08 19:23:32 PST 2018

Converting from sickness to regular EI Once you are recovered from your illness and ready to start looking for work, you can request to convert your claim back to regular EI by calling EI call centre or re-apply online. This time, you have to submit another doctor’s note to confirm that you have been recovered...

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Mon Feb 05 20:17:39 PST 2018

Mistake in EI reporting Don’t worry if you have made a mistake in your EI report. All you need to do is to call EI call centre to let the Service Canada agent know where you have made your mistake. You will not be penalized or be accused of fraud. For example, if you have...

by @ How to of the Day

Fri Mar 23 09:00:00 PDT 2018

Gaining weight is a fairly common (and annoying) side effect of some methods of birth control. If you find yourself packing on the pounds after starting a new birth control routine, you might need to take some action. You can try exercising regularly and eating a balanced diet to help minimize the water weight your body may be retaining. You can also try talking to your doctor about your symptoms, or even switching to another form of birth control with fewer hormonal side effects.

by @ How to of the Day

Sat Mar 24 09:00:00 PDT 2018

If you want to get rid of stubborn body fat, adding strength training to your exercise regimen can help. To start losing fat, create a consistent weekly routine to build muscle and burn calories. One effective way to lose fat is doing compound exercises, which will work out multiple muscle groups at once. Keep in mind that to lose fat, you must ultimately burn more calories than you eat. Thus, you should also incorporate other healthy weight loss practices into your life.

by troutlakegroup @ employment insurance (EI) – Trout Lake Group

Tue Sep 18 14:02:21 PDT 2012

Another common issue that arises with our clients is the question of “Employee of Self-Employed?”. This can have far-reaching effects including severe financial implications if you do not adhere to the regulations. There are checklists provided by both CRA and the Province of BC which will help you determine the status of employees. If you […]

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Wed Feb 07 08:49:57 PST 2018

If you have delayed your EI application (applied beyond the 3 weeks grace period from the day you stopped working), you must still file you online application right away. Sometimes the online application will ask you what is the reason you have delayed your application, you must answer it accordingly. If not, you have to...

by E.I. consultant @ Canadian Unemployment Insurance

Wed Feb 07 12:43:39 PST 2018

What constitute an earning? Pension income resulting from any employment constitutes earnings for benefit purposes. These include: Employer pension plans, including employment as a member of the Armed Forces or any police force. This also applies to pensions from employment in another country, whether or not the employment was insurable. The Canada Pension Plan The...

by troutlakegroup @ Trout Lake Group

Thu Dec 22 17:24:03 PST 2016

T’is the time of year to thank your employees for their hard work and dedication. You may do this with gifts and a holiday party. As you want to be a Santa and not a Scrooge, it is important to plan the gifts and social event so that they are not considered taxable benefits according […]

by @ How to of the Day

Thu Mar 22 09:00:00 PDT 2018

Hand washing is a great way to extend the life of your favorite pair of jeans. It is a gentler process than machine washing and prevents, or at least slows, the fading and break down of fibers. Choose between hand washing your jeans in cool water or spot cleaning.

In Canada, you can apply for Employment Insurance (EI) if you were recently let go or laid off. You may also qualify for EI if you are a new parent or if you need sickness benefits to care for yourself or a family member. To get EI, start...

by troutlakegroup @ employment insurance (EI) – Trout Lake Group

Wed Aug 31 13:30:08 PDT 2016

A recent Tax Court of Canada case revisited the topic of employee tips and whether the employer is responsible to withhold CPP and EI on the tip amount earned by employees. If the employer controls the tip amount or controls the distribution of the tip, then CPP and EI should be withheld. An employer is […]

by @ How to of the Day

Wed Mar 21 17:00:00 PDT 2018

Becoming a legal permanent resident of the United States is a lengthy bureaucratic process. Once you determine your eligibility, you will need to find someone who can sponsor your application. Then, you and your sponsor will have to provide substantial evidence of your status, employment, or relationship. The process of becoming a legal permanent resident will generally take at least a year from the date you start filing, but successful applicants will finish the process with their Green Card, which grants permanent legal residence.

by admin @ OIFSC

Mon Apr 25 11:04:39 PDT 2016

On April 15th and 22nd 2016, the IUPAT Glazier Pre-Apprenticeship program from the OIFSC went downtown to 60 Brant St. to learn some basic Glazing and contribute to a good cause. Excitement was in the air as instructors Ron Leroux and Tim Duong led the Pre-Apprentices in removing and replacing 40 window panes that had […]

by @ How to of the Day

Tue Mar 20 01:00:00 PDT 2018

Australian shepherds are herding dogs that are popular pets. They are very intelligent dogs that thrive when thoroughly trained. To train an Australian shepherd you should focus on rewarding good behavior and reinforcing training with repetition and consistency. With some time and effort, your Australian shepherd will be a wonderfully trained companion for years to come.